BJP leader seeks govt assistance to rain-hit farmers
Haveri: Former zilla panchayat member and ex-president of the BJP district unit, Siddaraj Kalkoti, urged the govt to provide assistance to farmers in Haveri taluk who were affected by heavy rainfall over the past two months.
After submitting a memorandum to the additional deputy commissioner in Haveri on Thursday, he spoke to reporters about the agricultural communities across the district, including Haveri taluk, impacted by heavy rain. Farmers initiated the sowing of crops like maize, soybean, cotton, and groundnut during the pre-monsoon. The continuous rainfall and heavy showers during April, May, and June caused yellow disease and rot in the planted crops.
"The crops were completely destryed in approximately 19 villages near Haveri taluk, including Handiganur, Kittur, Koradur, Melmuri, Halagi, Marol, Maradur, Negalur, Akkur, and others. Numerous farmers are currently incorporating their damaged crops back into the soil using tractors and bullocks," he shared.
He highlighted that farmers invested more than Rs 10,000 per acre towards seeds, fertilisers, and labour expenses.
Their agricultural investments proved unproductive, causing financial difficulties due to existing loans. The circumstances require swift govt action. Farmers need to begin fresh sowing during the monsoon, but lack financial resources. "The govt should conduct damage assessment and provide interim compensation of at least Rs 10,000 per acre.
Additionally, authorities should facilitate the insurance claim process to ensure farmers receive their entitled compensation," Siddaraj demanded.
The BJP leader pointed out additional concerns about farmers receiving poor quality seeds with low germination rates and a fertiliser shortage in the district. These problems need immediate resolution to prevent further farmer hardships. Haveri district presently has the highest farmer suicide rate in the state. "Govt intervention is essential to restore farmer confidence and prevent such tragic outcomes," he urged.
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